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Broccoli Bacon Salad with Raisins and Cheddar Cheese

Savory Broccoli Bacon Salad with Raisins and Cheddar Cheese

This Broccoli Bacon Salad with Raisins and Cheddar Cheese features crispy bacon, fresh broccoli, and sweet raisins, making it a quick and delightful crowd-pleaser.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Course Appetizers
Servings 6 cups
Calories 320 kcal

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Ingredients
  

For the Salad

  • 1 head broccoli Fresh broccoli florets
  • 6 slices bacon Cooked until crispy
  • 0.5 cup chopped onion Provides a zesty bite
  • 0.5 cup raisins Sweet and chewy
  • 0.5 cup cranberries Enhances flavor profile
  • 1 cup cubed cheddar cheese Sharp cheddar for richness

For the Dressing

  • 0.5 cup mayonnaise Creamy base for dressing
  • 2 tablespoons vinegar Adds acidity
  • 2 tablespoons sugar Enhances flavors
  • salt To taste
  • pepper To taste

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • Wash and trim the broccoli, then cut into small florets.
  • Cook the bacon in a skillet until crispy and crumble.
  • Combine broccoli, crumbled bacon, onion, raisins, cranberries, and cheddar in a bowl.
  • Whisk together mayonnaise, vinegar, and sugar, season with salt and pepper.
  • Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat.
  • Chill for 1-2 hours before serving.

Notes

Crisp the bacon well and use fresh broccoli for the best results. Chill the salad for enhanced flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 10gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 480mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Broccoli Bacon Salad, Cheddar Cheese, Crowd-Pleaser, Healthy, Quick Salad, Raisins
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